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Lincoln Aviator vs Volvo XC90

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Lincoln Aviator

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2026 Volvo XC90

Overview

SpecLincoln AviatorPremiereVolvo XC90B5 Core
Selected trimPremiereB5 Core
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainrear wheel driveall wheel drive
Fuel typepremium unleaded (recommended)premium unleaded (recommended)
Transmission10-speed shiftable automatic8-speed shiftable automatic
Engine typegasmild hybrid
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecLincoln AviatorPremiereVolvo XC90B5 Core
MSRP$57,495 (best)$61,050
Lowest listing price$23,750$14,950 (best)
Median listing price$57,904 (best)$63,152
Highest listing price$99,403$76,972 (best)
For sale now5999 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecLincoln AviatorPremiereVolvo XC90B5 Core
Combined MPG21 MPG24 MPG (best)
City MPG18 MPG22 MPG (best)
Highway MPG25 MPG27 MPG (best)
Fuel tank20.2 gal (best)18.8 gal

Performance

SpecLincoln AviatorPremiereVolvo XC90B5 Core
Horsepower383 hp (best)247 hp
Torque415 lb-ft (best)266 lb-ft
Engine size3 L (best)2 L
CylindersV6I4

Size & capability

SpecLincoln AviatorPremiereVolvo XC90B5 Core
Seating6 seats7 seats (best)
Doors44
Cargo volume78.6 cu ft85.7 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity5,000 lbs5,000 lbs
Curb weight4,613 lbs (best)
Ground clearance8.8 in (best)
Wheelbase119.1 in (best)117.5 in
Length199.7 in (best)195 in
Width79.6 in (best)
Height69.6 in69.9 in (best)

Safety & recalls

SpecLincoln AviatorPremiereVolvo XC90B5 Core
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)2None reported (best)

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimLincoln AviatorVolvo XC90
1

Premiere

$57,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

B5 Core

$61,050 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Premiere

$59,495 MSRP

B5 Plus

$65,050 MSRP

3

Livery RWD

$58,095 MSRP

B5 Plus

$65,550 MSRP

4

Livery AWD

$60,095 MSRP

B6 Core

$66,150 MSRP

5

Reserve

$67,295 MSRP

B6 Plus

$68,800 MSRP

6

Reserve

$69,295 MSRP

B6 Plus

$69,300 MSRP

7

Black Label

$85,910 MSRP

B5 Ultra

$69,650 MSRP

8

B5 Ultra

$70,150 MSRP

9

B6 Ultra

$73,350 MSRP

10

B6 Ultra

$73,850 MSRP

11

B6 Ultra Dark

$73,350 MSRP

12

B6 Ultra Dark

$73,850 MSRP

13

T8 Core

$76,200 MSRP

14

T8 Plus

$78,850 MSRP

15

T8 Plus

$79,350 MSRP

16

T8 Ultra

$83,400 MSRP

17

T8 Ultra

$83,900 MSRP

18

T8 Ultra Dark

$83,400 MSRP

19

T8 Ultra Dark

$83,900 MSRP

Live inventory

Lincoln Aviator vs Volvo XC90 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Volvo XC90?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Lincoln Aviator vs 2026 Volvo XC90 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Volvo XC90?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Lincoln Aviator starts lower at $57,495. Live Lincoln Aviator listings start at $23,750. Live Volvo XC90 listings start at $14,950.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Volvo XC90?
The 2027 Lincoln Aviator leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (57,495).
Which has better combinedMpg: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Volvo XC90?
The 2026 Volvo XC90 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (27).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Volvo XC90?
The 2026 Volvo XC90 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (33).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Lincoln Aviator or 2026 Volvo XC90?
The 2026 Volvo XC90 leads on horsepower in this comparison (455).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Lincoln Aviator vs 2026 Volvo XC90?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volvo XC90 (5/5 NHTSA overall).